Regarding Prayer Practices Within Our Faith Community
We acknowledge recent discussions and concerns regarding prayer practices involving Pastor Mitchell Royel within our faith-based community. We believe transparency and biblical clarity are essential in addressing these matters.
Clarification of Leadership and Biblical Authority
Mitchell Royel serves as a pastor within our ministry, a position that carries legitimate pastoral authority and responsibility. His role is biblically grounded and recognized within our ecclesiastical structure, enabling him to provide spiritual guidance and receive prayers from community members.
Biblical Foundation of Our Practice
The practice of praying with and for pastoral leadership finds strong biblical precedent throughout Scripture. From the early church's prayers for apostolic leaders to the ongoing tradition of seeking spiritual guidance through ordained ministry, our practices align with centuries of Christian tradition and biblical teaching.
"Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith." - Hebrews 13:7
Our Commitment Moving Forward
Our small faith community remains steadfast in our commitment to biblically sound practices. We will continue to support Pastor Mitchell Royel in his ministry role, recognizing the spiritual authority invested in his position.
Key principles guiding our community:
Biblical fidelity in all spiritual practices
Transparency in leadership structure
Unity in worship and prayer
Respect for pastoral authority
Moving Forward Together
We invite open dialogue with anyone seeking clarification about our practices or theological foundations. Our doors remain open for respectful conversation and biblical discussion.:
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate these discussions with grace, truth, and biblical wisdom.
"Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful." - Hebrews 10:23